Oscar De La Torre
AP Biology Teacher
Cypress,TX
Summary
Motivated High School Department Chair proficient in organizing, prioritizing, and allocating tasks. Passionate about removing inefficiencies and optimizing procedures. 5 Years of progressive experience.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Science Department Chair
Kipp Texas Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
- Promoted culture of continuous improvement within department, encouraging reflection and adaptation of teaching practices based on student needs and emerging trends in science education.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention on weekly basis.
- Mentored junior faculty members, providing guidance on teaching methods and classroom management strategies along with live monitoring.
- Devised programs to promote diversity and inclusion among staff, faculty and students such as organizing cultural events.
- Implemented data-driven decision-making processes to inform curriculum and instructional strategies, contributing to improved student outcomes.
AP Biology Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
09.2019 - Current
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child's educational journey.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
9th Grade Level Chair
Kipp Texas Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Communicated with parents to encourage active parental participation in education.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, promoting cross-curricular understanding among students.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Established clear expectations and provided constructive feedback, resulting in improved student performance across my grade level.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological And Physical Science
University of Houston - Downtown
Houston, TX 08.2015 - 12.2017
Skills
Department collaboration
undefinedTimeline
Science Department Chair
Kipp Texas Public Schools
08.2022 - Current
9th Grade Level Chair
Kipp Texas Public Schools
09.2021 - 06.2022
AP Biology Teacher
Kipp Texas Public Schools
09.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Biological And Physical Science
University of Houston - Downtown
08.2015 - 12.2017
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